Skin Game (1971)

Set against the tumultuous backdrop of 1857 Missouri and Kansas, Skin Game spins a tale of cunning, friendship, and audacious trickery. Meet Quincy Drew and Jason O’Rourke, an unlikely duo with an even unlikelier scheme. Quincy, a silver-tongued con man, and Jason, a free-born man from New Jersey, have transformed swindling into an art form. Together, they've concocted an audacious and high-stakes hustle known as the "skin game". Our pair journeys from town to town, where Jason, masquerading as Quincy's slave, is sold to the highest bidder. The ruse is simple, yet effective. Quincy peddles Jason to unsuspecting slave owners, pocketing inflated prices for his supposed 'property'. Once Quincy is safely out of sight, Jason either slips away under the cloak of night or finds himself cleverly sprung loose by Quincy's ingenious machinations. Their camaraderie and cunning are their survival tools as they navigate the perilous landscapes of racially divided America. The skin game proves to be a lucrative venture for the pair, but it's a gamble where the stakes are high and the risks can be life-threatening. Skin Game is a story that merges the dark chapters of history with a touch of humor and a dash of deceit, creating an unforgettable journey of two friends who outwit society at its own game.

Skin Game is an action movie featuring James Garner.

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